Biology at Reed College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Reed College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Reed College graduates earn $26k, placing them in the 15th percentile of all biology bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Oregon
Biology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Oregon (19 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reed College | $25,596 | — | $25,446* | — |
| Linfield University | $42,677 | — | $27,000* | 0.63 |
| University of Oregon | $35,483 | $42,829 | $25,400* | 0.72 |
| Eastern Oregon University | $35,435 | — | $20,916* | 0.59 |
| Pacific University | $34,612 | $44,914 | $26,021* | 0.75 |
| Southern Oregon University | $33,930 | $37,055 | $27,000* | 0.80 |
| National Median | $32,316 | — | $25,000* | 0.77 |
Other Biology Programs in Oregon
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Oregon schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linfield University McMinnville | $49,530 | $42,677 | $27,000 |
| University of Oregon Eugene | $15,669 | $35,483 | $25,400 |
| Eastern Oregon University La Grande | $10,671 | $35,435 | $20,916 |
| Pacific University Forest Grove | $54,466 | $34,612 | $26,021 |
| Southern Oregon University Ashland | $12,093 | $33,930 | $27,000 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Reed College, approximately 12% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Sample Size: Based on 16 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.